Desc: Facing Forward: A Student's Story: Directed by Laura Paglin. Facing Forward: A Student's Story journeys inside E Prep, an academically rigorous charter school in Cleveland, Ohio, as seen through the eyes and experiences of Tyree - a struggling 7th grader who possesses equal parts charm and smarts. By connecting with Tyree, as well as with his teachers and family, you'll learn about the complex and sometimes overwhelming challenges facing those involved in urban education.